Canopy Garden Dining is opening a third outlet at Changi City Point with a pet-friendly al fresco dining garden concept.

Canopy Garden Dining outlet at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park has been around for years and it is a popular hangout for families and friends.

It opened a second outlet at HortPark in December last year and the newest outlet at Changi City Point is its first outlet within a shopping mall.

The new location at Changi City Point is targetted at working professionals in Changi Business Park and there will be a new tapas menu featuring small bites that are great for after-work drinks.

There is a pet-friendly al fresco terrace where you can bring your furkids along and it is also a suitable event space.

Canopy Changi City Point Outlet
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-70/71 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038

Whenever we talk about Vietnamese food, the first thing that comes to mind is a cuisine that boasts complex heady aromas of fresh herbs and robust flavours that pack a punch yet remain light on the palate.

An amalgamation of fresh and exotic flavours hailing from various regions of Vietnam, newly-established Paper Rice aims to give diners nothing short of the real taste of Vietnam. This new concept by Arteastiq Group—you may know them for their stellar range of brewed teas and art jam spaces—sees a collaboration of colossal proportions, tying in the skillsets of Arteastiq’s award-winning Executive Chef Yip and Vietnamese-born Chef Minh.

Officially opening its doors at Changi City Point on 30 November 2018, Paper Rice takes diners through Vietnam’s rich gastronomic history encompassing the cuisine’s signature clean, exotic and robust flavours. Think nostalgic classics such as the hearty pho, smoky street-style grill and Vietnamese drip coffee, as well as other traditional and uncommon Vietnamese delights.

As part of their launch, you get to enjoy Saigon Export beers at just S$2 and 50% off Kirin beers with any purchase of food from 30 November to 31 December 2018. The best part? That’s probably the least exciting promotion the restaurant has in store. Make sure to read till the end of this article for more details.

STARTERS

Offering a pretty decent selection of starter dishes, these are what we advise you to start with to give you a more restrained introduction to the courses to come.

Vietnamese spring rolls are a must and on their menu, they have more than just the conventional spring rolls available. Feeling undecided? Consider their Spring Rolls Platter. heFeaturing 4 different kinds of spring rolls, the platter comes with two dipping sauces accompanied by rice noodles and greens.

PHO

A quintessential Vietnamese dish, the pho provides hot and meaty comfort in a nutritious bone broth.

At Paper Rice, you can choose from 5 different variations of pho originating from different parts of Vietnam. Apart from meat toppings such as beef, chicken, and pork, Paper Rice also offers a vegetarian option. Regardless of which you choose, each bowl of pho boasts silky rice noodles soaked in a flavourful broth which has been simmered overnight. Served with a heaping plate of crunchy leafy greens and various aromatic herbs, these aromatic bowls of comfort are certain to lift your senses.

RICE VERMICELLI

Rice vermicelli are essentially served dry, keeping the ingredients from becoming sodden. In the mouth, what you get is an ingenious combination of flavours accentuated by a vibrant dressing and exciting textures of beef slices, crunchy peanuts, bean sprouts and fresh herbs.

To bind it all together, stir in a tablespoon or two of fish sauce. One particular offering that we’re stoked to try is their Fresh Rice Vermicelli With Grilled Chicken.

BANH MI

On our recent visit to Ho Chi Minh City, we tried multiple delicious variations of this Vietnamese staple – the Banh Minh, and was thrilled to see this Vietnamese street food featured in Paper Rice’s menu.

Banh mi—which literally translates to bread—is made up of a toasted baguette stuffed with grilled meat and pickled vegetables. At Paper Rice, two classic Banh Mi is featured—the Grilled Pork Banh Mi and the Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi.

MEKONG SPECIAL

The restaurant’s ‘Mekong Special’ features a selection of specialty dishes hailing from the Mekong region of Vietnam which has been known for its more pronounced flavour profiles and unique ingredients.

The Deep Fried Seabass with Spicy Lemongrass Peanut Sauce and Signature Hand Pulled Chicken are among the many unique Mekong dishes that grace this section of the menu. A special curation, the dishes here aim to bring nothing but sheer authenticity from pasture to plate.

EGG COFFEE & VIETNAMESE-STYLE HIGH TEA

To round out the entire experience, be sure to order up a cup of hot Vietnamese Egg Coffee. Every sip rewards the tongue with a frothy, creamy foam that provides a subtle sweetness as well as a gentle nuance of egg, all working well to complement the intensely flavoured dark coffee.

An all-day dining destination, Paper Rice also offers Singapore’s first Vietnamese-style high tea set ($32++ for 2) featuring colourful traditional snacks, desserts and pastries served alongside your choice of Vietnamese coffee or Arteastiq’s signature teas.

As part of their opening promotion, diners get to enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee at just S$1 (with purchase of any food items) from 2pm to 5pm on Mondays to Fridays until 31 December 2018.

GIVEAWAY OF A LIFETIME

In need of a getaway? Visit Paper Rice any time between 30 November 2018 to 31 Jan 2019, share about your dining experience on either Instagram or Facebook as well as post a review on Google or Tripadvisor and you just might stand a chance to win a free 3D2N trip to Danang, Vietnam.

If lounging on pristine beaches and visiting the Instagrammable Da Nang Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills sounds like the perfect vacation for you, be sure to make a trip down on their opening day (30 November 2018) to stand a 10x chance of winning this prize!

Paper Rice
Changi City Point #B1-26/27
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Singapore 138617
Tel: +65 6443 1261
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest MRT Station: Expo

This post was brought to you by Paper Rice. 

A humble burger joint opened by the folks behind Carvers & Co, Wolf Burgers has, over the last few years, risen through the ranks to become a popular choice among burger aficionados all over Singapore.

The brand is famous for a few things, but more notably for their affordable prices and undeniably delicious burgers.

This no-frills burger joint puts out some scrumptious, meat-packed options, with most items on the menu priced below S$10. And before you begin comparing them to any ordinary fast-food restaurant, let us assure you that the quality and satisfaction that Wolf Burgers guarantees go far beyond your average happy meal.

If you’re a first-timer, perhaps it would not be a bad idea to start yourself off with their signature Wolf Burger (S$9.90). This anything-but-basic burger comprises a freshly ground beef patty with cheddar, sweet onions, lettuce, tomatoes and pickles in their house-made sesame seed bun.

Our patty was beautifully cooked, achieving the perfect medium-rare. During the cooking, the cooks press the patties down hard against the griddle to achieve a deep and even crust, all while expertly flipping and timing each one to ensure that every patty is done just right.

What we particularly enjoyed about the Wolf Burger, despite it being so simple and ordinary, was the fact that neither one of the ingredients were overly assertive, allowing us to truly appreciate the quality of the beef.

Every burger here is fully customisable, so feel free to exclude or include whatever you want from the type of cheese to their wide selection of toppings. We requested for some pickled gherkins to be added as well as we wanted something acidic to cut through the richness of the beef and melted cheese.

For an additional S$3, you can choose to upgrade to a meal that comprises any side item and a drink of your choice. There were quite a few interesting choices but the Sweet Potato Fries (S$4) seemed like the most enticing.

Crispy from edge to edge, every shoestring of sweet potato brimmed with a deep caramelised flavour—a quality that complemented our burger extremely well.

If you’re a truffle fanatic, then our advice is to go for the Truffle Fries (S$6).

The notes of truffle were apparent and the fries were nicely textured, but all in all, it was rather underwhelming as compared to its sweet potato counterpart.

Wolf Burgers
#01-43, Changi City Point,
5 Changi Business Park Central 1,
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6902 0486
Mon to Fri: 8.30am – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

Read: 11 legit burger places in Singapore

Fancy a good, hearty burger feast? Well then, we have some good news for you.

As part of the Singapore Food Festival 2017, Changi City Point has curated an amazing lineup of food offerings and activities that promises to thrill you inside out. From 21 July 2017 to 13 August 2017, be whisked on a food adventure around Changi City Point and glean a skill or two about the art of food preparation.

To entice you a little more, WOLF Burgers will be holding a burger-making workshop at their Changi City Point outlet from 4pm to 5pm on 12 August 2017. So do join us as we learn more about their passion and expertise in burgers; it will be one fulfilling and exciting afternoon!

However, do note that spaces for the workshop are limited to 6 readers, so read on to find out more about how you can secure your spot at the WOLF Burgers burger-making workshop with the Ladyironchef team!

From the team behind Carvers & Co, WOLF Burgers is a popular burger restaurant that entered Singapore’s food scene with their first outlet at Pasarbella.

Serving only the freshest and heartiest burgers, WOLF Burgers believes in the beauty of keeping things simple yet perfect. They are also recognised for their innovative spirit as they constantly seek to bring new and exciting flavours to their menu, promising their diners quality eats every single time.

But what WOLF Burgers is most proud of is their beef patties. Freshly made and ground on a daily basis, the beef patties are put together with WOLF Burgers’ secret recipe which has no preservatives, but still has the right balance of meat and fat.

The end result? Every burger is so juicy, so succulent and so darn good.

On 12 August 2017, WOLF Burgers will be running a burger-making workshop at its Changi City Point outlet. If you haven’t visited this outlet, you should because it is a standalone fast casual concept which offers excellent burgers, fries, gourmet waffles and artisanal coffee.

If you have a passion for cooking and are keen on knowing more about what makes the WOLF Burgers so delicious, do join the Ladyironchef team from 4pm to 5pm on 12 August 2017 for an intimate session at WOLF Burgers’ burger-making workshop.

Aside from gaining valuable insights into what a tasty burger comprises, you will be able to feast on your own creations or as we would say, wolf them down!

It does not matter whether you are an amateur in the kitchen or are looking for another class to hone your culinary skills; you are more than welcome to join us for an afternoon of good cheer, food, and laughter.

We will be picking 6 readers to join us at this burger making workshop at Changi City Point and each reader can bring along a plus one for the workshop.

All you have to do is leave a comment on our Facebook post, tag your desired plus one and share with us why you would like to be part of the workshop. You will also need to like Changi City Point, Singapore on Facebook and share the link to this post on your Facebook timeline. Simple, right? 

Winners will be notified by email on 28 July 2017, so stay glued to your emails for updates. We will see you at Changi City Point on 12 Aug 2017!

WOLF Burgers
5 Changi Business Park Central 1, #01-43 Changi City Point,
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 9384 7096
Daily: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

Changi City Point is recognised for the sweet discounts offered at its factory outlets and for its vast selection of restaurants and eateries.

From 10 to 16 April 2017, the Chocoffee Fiesta happening at Changi City Point will give you (more) reasons to visit if you haven’t already.

It will be a weekend of gourmet chocolate and good coffee, and our team will be there to join in the fun and participate in the food demonstrations on 15 April 2017 from 12pm to 3pm.

Read on to find out more about the event, in-mall promotions in April and even an Instagram contest where three winners stand to win a S$100 Changi City Point gift card.

We will see you there!

Chocoffee Fiesta will see an exciting line-up of both coffee and chocolate brands, and we are looking at familiar names such as NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto, ESSENSO™, OldTown White Coffee®, Gong Cha, Wolf Burger Boutique Coffee, Anthon Berg, Ferrero, Hershey’s, Jules Destrooper, Ritter Sports, Kagi, Baking Blocks, NESCAFE Frappelatte, DREYER’S ice cream and many more the exciting lineup of vendors at the Chocoffee Fiesta.

Take your time to stroll through the chocolate and coffee booths offering gourmet chocolate and coffee for sale and nibble on the free samples whilst doing so.

In addition, catch live chocolate making demonstrations and seize the opportunity to snap a picture with the chocolate tower filled with Kagi Chocolate.

MEET LADYIRONCHEF DURING THE LIVE DEMOS

Between 12pm to 3pm on 15 April 2017, Brad—the founder of Ladyironchef—will join in the fun of the coffee demonstration by KANZ Coffee Company at 12pm and cupcake decoration demonstration by Twelve Cupcakes at 2.30pm.

Chocoffee Fiesta on 15 April 2017
12pm to 1pm – Dolce Gusto Recipe Sharing
1pm to 1.15pm – Goodie bag giveaway
1.15pm to 1.45pm - Coffee Art Demo by barista, Kanz Coffee Company
1.45pm to 2pm – Goodie bag giveaway
2pm to 2.30pm – Twelve Cupcakes Decoration Demonstration
2.45pm to 4pm – Game 1: Chocolate Egg & Spoon Race
Game 2: Stack up The Coffee Cups!

But wait, the fun does not stop there!

Changi City Point is giving out 50 goodie bags at 12:30pm on the same day, and they are worth S$20 each—which includes coffee samples and chocolates. This is just another reason why you should block out 15 April 2017 in your calendar and join us at the awesome Chocoffee Fiesta.

STAND A CHANCE TO WIN A S$100 CHANGI CITY POINT GIFT CARD

If you love contests and attractive prizes, you should participate in Changi City Point’s Instagram contest. Stand a chance to win a Changi City Point gift card worth S$100 when you take part in Changi City Point’s Instagram contest held from 10 to 16 April 2017.

Simply snap a picture together with the chocolate tower filled with Kagi Chocolate and upload it onto your Instagram page. Make sure that you tag @ChangiCityPoint_SG and use the hashtag #ChocoffeeFiesta in your post.

To double your chances of winning, post a picture of your bodies forming the letters “CCP” on your Instagram page.

IN-MALL PROMOTIONS THROUGH APRIL

It is common knowledge that everyone loves promotions and from now until 16 April 2017, enjoy these promotions at various places in Changi City Point.

1. Bagus: Enjoy 2 Ice Chocolates at S$3.

2. FairPrice Finest: Buy any two packets of OldTown White Coffee and receive five complimentary sachets. 

Purchase a NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Mini Me Machine at S$129 (U.P. S$199) and receive a FREE capsule holder worth S$50.

Purchase 2 boxes of ESSENSO™ Microground Coffee at S$5.75 (U.P. S$3.50/box) and get a complimentary coffee mug.

3. Gong Cha: Enjoy the Mocha Coffee with Oreo at S$4.50 which comes with a free sampling giveaway. Or get the Chocolate Milk with milk foam at S$4.

4. McDonald’s: Free refill of coffee or tea from breakfast until 3pm. Or pay S$1 to upgrade to cappuccino or latte with purchase of any Breakfast Extra Value Meal.

5. Peony Sense: The exclusive Chocobanana and Chocolate Strawberry smoothie will be available especially for the Chocoffee Fiesta, at S$5 each.

6. Subway: Complimentary chocolate chip cookie with any purchase of 6″ sandwich.

7. Twelve Cupcakes: Box of 3 cupcakes at S$9 (U.P. S$3.30 each).

8. Yakun: 1-for-1 Ice Blended Chocoffee Frostyz at S$4.50.

Changi City Point
5 Changi Business Park Central 1, Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6511 1088
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

Last weekend, we spent an otherwise lazy Saturday afternoon catching up with our beloved readers over top-notch The Macallan Scotch whiskies and Japanese tapas. The two-hour edutainment workshop was held at Changi City Point’s Five Izakaya Bar and it was heartwarming seeing everyone have a great time indulging in premium whiskies and bar nosh.

Yes, whisky and Saturday afternoon is a splendid idea.

The Whisky Pairing Workshop at Changi City Point was conducted by The Macallan Brand Ambassador Randall Tan and Praelum Wine Bistro Head Sommelier Gerald Lu. We were taken through an informative session on the taste profiles of four splendid single malt whiskies.

Great thanks to Changi City Point for making Ladyironchef Whisky Pairing Workshop happen, and to Five Izakaya Bar for the venue and great tapas!

For those who have never visited this east side outlet mall before, the watering hole is actually located within The Oasis; a tranquil sanctuary surrounded by lush greenery tucked away at an unassuming corner of Changi City Point’s first level.

We were all treated to tasting portions of four different types of The Macallan whiskies – namely The Macallan Fine Oak 12 Years Old, Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old, The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old and The Macallan Rare Cask.

For the uninitiated, The Macallan – founded in 1824 – is a highly sought-after single malt Scotch whisky brand. As the reputable Forbes Magazine once said, “If there is royalty in the whisky world, it belongs to Scotland, and if there is a king of Scotch whisky, it’s The Macallan”.

Yes, The Macallan is indeed the mother of all Scotch whiskies.

It honestly did not matter if you are a whisky expert or never had whisky before prior to this event. The primary purpose of this workshop was for everybody to come together and learn to appreciate whiskies on a fun-filled afternoon. Remember, taste is relative and there is no right or wrong when it comes to your preferred choice of The Macallan whisky.

The Macallan Fine Oak 12 Years Old is the lightest of the showcased collection and hence the easiest to drink for first-timers. The fruity medium-bodied whisky has a hint of vanilla and a lingering oak taste. We would recommend this to those who only just started drinking whisky.

The revered Macallan Rare Cask – characterised by its mahogany reddish colour and distinctively spicy notes – is no ordinary liqueur. Crafted from 16 different types of casks, this complex whisky has successfully encapsulated the ultimate craftsmanship and extreme dedication of The Macallan.

We were one of the very first few in Singapore to try The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old – a well-balanced, smooth whisky that smells like creamy butterscotch and has a warm, oaky finish.

A mouthwatering selection of Japanese tapas were served by the team at Five Izakaya Bar alongside the high-end whiskies and they were perfect pairing dishes – Tsukune Chicken Meatballs, Surame Ika Squid, Salmon Fillets on Skewers and Contemporary Sushi.

Everyone had fun eating and drinking, and we couldn’t be happier to meet our readers and to know each other better!

Once again, a big thank you to the two wine connoisseurs Randall and Gerald, Five Izakaya Bar, The Macallan and of course, our 40 readers for making Ladyironchef x The Macallan Whisky Pairing Workshop happen.

We hope to see you guys again in the near future for more food workshops.

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

Last year, we had a smashing good time bonding with our lovely readers at Changi City Point’s interactive Cocktail Class and Spanish Food Workshop. It was so much fun meeting all of you like-minded people who love food and drinks, and we’ve decided to do it again this year!

If you didn’t join us last year, here’s another opportunity. We are thrilled to announce that we are partnering Macallan Whisky and Five Izakaya Bar to conduct an engaging liquor pairing workshop. This is especially for all Whisky lovers, and it will be held on Saturday, 13 August 2016 at Changi City Point’s Five Izakaya Bar. And yes, it is completely free of charge.

Conducted by The Macallan Brand Ambassador Randall Tan, The Macallan Whisky Pairing & Sharing Workshop will be featuring four whiskies and an assortment of canapés.

Ready? Read on more to find out how you can be part of this event!

Come 13 August 2016, we will all gather to merry-make over whiskies.

You can expect to be taken through a fun-filled educational journey whilst sampling four top-notch whiskies, namely The Macallan Fine Oak, The Macallan Rare Cask, The Macallan Sherry Oak and the to-be launched The Macallan Double Cask alongside complementary gourmet tapas.

It doesn’t matter if you are a whisky connoisseur or know nothing about whisky; you are absolutely more than welcome to join us for the afternoon! If you wish to be a part of this workshop, here is how you can stand a chance to join:

1. We will be selecting 20 readers and each lucky reader can bring a +1 along for the Whisky Pairing & Sharing Workshop.

2. Leave a comment on our Facebook post and tell us why you would like to join us for the whisky workshop.

3. Like Changi City Point, Singapore on Facebook and share the link of this post on your Facebook timeline.

4. Winners will be notified by email on 29 July 2016.

We look forward to meeting you all!

The Macallan Whisky Pairing & Sharing
Venue: Five Izakaya Bar
#01-66/67, Changi City Point
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Singapore 486038
Date: Saturday, 13 August 2016
Time: 4pm – 6pm
*Age limit 18 and above

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

How many more sleeps to Christmas, have you counted?

Every year, we look forward to December for festive feasting and get-togethers with our loved ones. And gifts exchange. Christmas is all the excuse we need to celebrate and to treat ourselves! We have been working hard to prepare numerous guides on where to dine at this December, and today’s feature is for those who are no fans of the hubbubs of town and the crazy human traffic.

Changi City Point has many promotions and specials lined up this festive period. Whether you prefer traditional Chinese meals to accommodate the older folks at home, or a fancy 3-course Western dinner, Changi City Point’s restaurants repertoire should suit every group.

By the way, Changi City Point is also home to several outlet stores. How does shopping the sales and Christmas feasting sound like to you? We will leave you to discover the shops, and now, here are 10 Restaurants to Dine at This Christmas at Changi City Point.

#1 AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

You will be no stranger to Awfully Chocolate’s yearly log cake affair. This year, you can choose to “stick to traditions” and order the classic All Chocolate log cake, or consider the new Chocolate Velvet Cake (S$68/whole cake) – one that you have to try.

The Chocolate Velvet Cake is an ambient cake, meaning that you need not keep it in the fridge to maintain its freshness. Just pop it to rest in an air-conditioned room and it is ready for consumption any time; ingenious idea!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1 #B1-07
Changi City Point, Singapore 496038
Tel: +65 6443 0836
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#2 BEESKET

Beesket is a Korea-originated DIY fruit juice bar. Be very excited by the fascinating array of little plugs on display that are really the ingredients for your juices. The standard price of a cup of juice is S$5.90, and you are allowed to pick up to three different ingredients.

If you’ve got a hankering for colours that are befitting of Christmas, you can choose these combinations that we’ve tried and unanimously agreed that they worked well together – Grape, Cabbage, Strawberry (Red), and Green Grape, Melon, Green Apple (Green).

Changi City Point #01-20
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6612 1497
Daily: 9.30am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#3 HAN’S

Han’s has various offerings for Christmas every year and they are sticking to their traditional practice of offering the classic selections of whole turkey, ham and cocktail sausages. Chocolate yule logs are also available for takeaways, and we heard it is a hit among the executives who work in the area. Office parties and whatnot, these log cakes are reasonably-priced and always decadent.

If you have always been a fan of Han’s classic Aglio Olio, they have added slices of turkey into their pasta just for the Christmas season (valid till 02 January 2016). Tossed with peppers and olive oil, their Aglio Olio evokes a very comforting and familiar taste that we grew up knowing.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-51/52/53 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6708 6752
Daily: 7am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#4 ICHIBAN SUSHI

Sure, we need our turkey and ham for Christmas. But how’s the addition of a sushi party platter? Ichiban Sushi has come up with four variations of the platter – sashimi only, sushi only, or a combination of both. And the Sazanami (S$32.80) is our pick, consisting of sushi and maki variations.

For guests dining in, their new sets may not be festive-themed, but they are nothing short of value for money. For just S$20.90, you get this set of fried white fish with cheese, grilled pork, unagi rice, chawanmushi, miso soup and more – what a satisfying option!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#B1-12/13 Changi City Point Mall
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 1638
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#5 MANHATTAN FISH MARKET

Lobster lovers, your attention is needed here! Manhattan Fish Market has launched a festive menu incorporating lobsters into their dishes, and they are gonna be very affordable.

The Double Lobster Platter (S$56.95) is good to share among two people and it features two whole lobsters dressed with different sauces, as well as a variety of other seafood options. If you want something all to yourself, we suggest you dig into the Lobster Bouillabaisse or Tangy Lobster Pasta (S$17.95 each).

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
01-39/40, Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 1566
Daily 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#6 MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY

Marble Slab Creamery always drives us crazy with their tubs of colourful ice-cream on display, and the show they put up for each ice cream order. For just S$10, you get two ice cream scoops of choice, plus as much toppings as you want; watch as the staff mash everything up into a beautiful mess that will sit in a waffle bowl or cone of your choice.

The Country Waffle (S$13.80) that comes two scoops of ice cream is otherwise a simpler choice that never fails.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#02-40 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 1841
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#7 SHABU SAI

Christmas is all about communal dining, and a favourite ‘past time’ for many Singaporeans is to bond over steamboat. Here is a Shabu Shabu buffet deal to share – Shabu Sai’s main draw is its very affordable price point that starts from S$14.99 per person.

Pick a soup of choice (we recommend the flavourful Tonkotsu broth), then go wild at their buffet bar. Think sliced beef, pork and chicken, salmon and crab legs, alongside a variety of seafood and vegetables – all free flow.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
B1-28/29 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6444 9569
Daily: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#8 TABLE MANNERS

Table Manners introduces a Christmas set meal for couples that will have you start by sharing a bowl of baby spinach salad. The main dish plate features turkey, ham and a couple of side dishes. Our favourite one was the tasty Mac & Cheese that makes a great alternative carbs.

End your meal off with bread pudding and ice cream – rustic and quite possibly a real Christmas experience.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-68/69 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6604 7669
Daily: 11.30am – 12am
Nearest Station: Expo

#9 TUNGLOK SIGNATURES

Truth be told, we are already big fans of TungLok Signatures and we will be more than happy to have a nice family dinner here – Christmas or not. Your life is not complete unless you have savoured the popular Roast London Duck (S$50++, promotional price).

Then, there are side dishes to love, and they include the Crispy-Fried Cod Fish (S$15++, individual serving) and Braised Charcoal Tofu with Lily Buds (S$24++, sharing plate). You bet the latter tasted amazing!

5 Changi Business Park Central 1
#01-26/27 Changi City Point
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 0606
Daily: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Expo

#10 WRAP & ROLL

Who says you can’t have Vietnamese food for Christmas? Wrap & Roll will have you fall in love with the special Merry Christmas Platter (S$14.90) of assorted Vietnamese rolls. From Grilled Pork Rice Crepe Rolls to Traditional Deep Fried Spring Rolls, this is a very value-for-money sharing platter.

For mains, you can get the Vietnamese Beef Hotpot (S$16.90). Guaranteed a very satisfying set as you also get a side of noodles, rice paper to roll and vegetables. If all else fails, grab a bowl of Chicken Pho (S$11.90) to warm up your soul and to give thanks.

5 Changi Business Park Central 1, #B1-26/27
Singapore 486038
Daily: 11am to 10pm
Tel: +65 6443 1261
Nearest Station: Expo

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

Hola! We spent an amazing Sunday late afternoon with our lovely readers at Changi City Point’s RessRoom, bonding over tantalising Spanish gourmet food and alcoholic beverages. We hope everyone had a smashing great time, because we sure did with all the company we were so happy to have.

The 2-hour food workshop was held at RessRoom – situated at The Oasis, a serene sanctuary tucked away at a corner of level one of Changi City Point and surrounded by beautiful lush greenery.

Now, while we reminisce the goodies we had that day, we would also love to share with you the fun and the behind-the-scenes of our cocktail making and food workshop.

We began with a live demonstration of how to prepare Sangria under the mentor of RessRoom’s bartender. Four volunteers came forth to join the introductory demo and we sure had a ball of time with it!

For the uninitiated, Sangria is an alcoholic beverage commonly enjoyed in Spain. It is made with brandy, sliced fruits, red/white wine and a sweetener.

Over at Changi City Point’s RessRoom, Australian Katherine Hills Cabernet Sauvignon, Martell and Soda Water are used. Do note that the exact ingredients and amount used vary – depending on one’s preference.

The recipe is a relatively simple one to follow and every attendee had a go at creating this Spanish classic concoction alongside other invited guests. It was really heartwarming seeing everyone work together as a team; we work hard and play hard together, right?

The best tasting sangria would be those mixture that have been left to sit overnight, for the sweetness of the fruits to add a touch of flavour to the alcohol, and for the wine to be absorbed into the fruits.

The thoughtful guys at RessRoom had already prepared a gigantic amount of red wine sangria for all our guests the night before, and we all got to taste the refreshing traditional Spanish sangria; talk about the best thirst quencher with juicy fruit bits! We are guessing all our guests can now make this crowd-pleaser cocktail on their own at home!

We also had the privilege to catch a glimpse of and to sample RessRoom’s new menu. We started with the zesty Gazpacho Soup – a peppery tomato-based broth served with prosciutto-wrapped potato.

Honestly, a good gazpacho can be so satisfying. We always seek comfort in a bowl of piping hot soup, but gazpachos are exception and we would gladly have them anytime, anywhere. The RessRoom’s version is made even better with that savoury potato ball!

And of course, what is Spanish food without some paella? Here at RessRoom, you get a simple Seafood Paella served with squid, prawns and mussels that is prepared fresh in-house with premium prawn stock. Squid ink has been used to blacken the rice’s colour and enhance its flavour.

And then we dived right back into everyone’s favourite part – alcohol. The entire party shifted to the long bar this time to watch the exciting preparations of Mojito, Flaming Lamborghini and the Waterfall Cocktail!

We had a few enthusiastic readers who were game enough to down the lethal shots in broad daylight.

Once again, special thanks to Changi City Point, RessRoom and last but not least, our wonderful readers for making this event a huge success! We sincerely hope that everyone’s tummies were satisfied and new friendships were forged.

It is always so nice meeting our supportive and likeminded readers in real life, and to see everyone bonding over great food and beverages. We definitely look forward to meeting more of you (and hopefully to see all of our readers who attended this event again) in the near future. Muchas Gracias!

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Ladyironchef Cocktail Making Workshop at Changi City Point’s Table Manners on 16 August was a huge success, and we want to thank all our supportive readers for being such a great audience, as well as Changi City Point for putting things together. It was a wonderful afternoon.

Throughout the two-hour long event, Bar Stories’ Head Bartender, Dave educated and entertained us simultaneously with his useful bartending demonstrations. His kooky sense of humour was also something everyone enjoyed while the crowd engaged in learning and preparing four delicious samples of Dave’s cocktail concoctions.

We sincerely hope that everyone had a great time learning about the fundamental preparations of cocktails. It was such a pleasure meeting our lovely readers! For everyone else, we would love for you to join us for our next food workshop on 6 September. But now, do read on for the highlights of our workshop!

The Cocktail Workshop kickstarted with mixologist Dave explaining the fundamentals of cocktail making. Dave’s vast knowledge of cocktails is truly remarkable, and everyone was infected by his passion!

From basic must-have equipment to preparation techniques, he went through every single nitty gritty detail that could essentially attribute to the success/failure of your concoction. He even went through the history of cocktails in the most amusing way! Whoever said history lessons were boring has yet to meet Dave.

It was an eye-opening sight as Dave explained the impact when using different shakers, strainers and muddlers etc. Being a professional bartender is seriously no easy feat. There are so many techniques to master and so many things to learn about, e.g. pairing of ingredients. Advanced bartending is a skill that can only be acquired with experience and time.

Fortunately, an economical basic bartending set costs less than S$50 and is great for any rookie who would like to try making cocktails at home. You read that right – S$50 is all you need to start.

A few of our lucky readers volunteered to join Dave on a hands-on demo. From mixing the concoction in a Boston Shaker to straining out the liqueur mixture, we kept our eyes peeled on the steps.

The volunteers did a great job, especially when it was all their first time preparing a cocktail! Alongside with Dave, they went through the preparation of Table Manners’ tasty cocktails, including Table Manners’ SG50 Red Lion Cocktail.

All attendees were invited to sample Table Manners’ delicious concoctions of Rhubarb Caipirinha, Southern Old Fashioned, Passionfruit Martini and SG50 Red Lion Cocktail. Dave as he self-confessed, has a sweet tooth, which explain the relative sweetness and fruitiness of each cocktail we had sampled.

You know you have to head down to Table Manners for more of these alcoholic goodness! You will be in good hands with Dave. And if there is nothing on the menu you fancy, no worries! Just share your preference with him anyway, and he will create something just for you. He’s so talented, and our readers can vouch for that.

The event ended off on a high note with everyone indulging in samples of mouthwatering cocktails and taking part in a useful Q&A segment with Dave. We had an enjoyable time learning how to prepare cocktails and interacting with our readers.

Once again, special thanks to Changi City Point, Table Manners, Dave Koh and our awesome readers for making this event possible! Till the next, which is pretty soon!

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If you have missed out on last month’s interactive Cocktail Workshop at Changi City Point, fret not. We are extending our invitation to our readers again and this time round, another 50 readers will be treated to an afternoon fiesta of Spanish gourmet at RessRoom Restaurant. We are ever thankful for our supportive readers, and what better way to give thanks than to have you join us on our epicurean journey in real life?

25 readers and their +1s will be invited to a sneak preview media tasting on Sunday, 06 September 2015 from 4pm to 6pm. Our invited guests will get to sample a variety of tantalising Spanish dishes at RessRoom, and also watch/partake in a live demo on how to prepare the classic Mixed Fruit Sangria. This event is completely free of charge and we are looking forward to meeting you lovely people!

Read on more to find out on how you can win an invitation to our upcoming tasting preview.

SPANISH GOURMET TASTING + SANGRIA DEMO

At this tasting event, you will meet other like-minded readers who share the same passion for food and/or travel. It will be a fun-filled afternoon where we can discuss about our common interests over mouthwatering Spanish delicacies. Savour RessRoom’s new Spanish menu firsthand, and that includes a delectable selection of dishes such as Seafood Paella and Gazpacho Soup.

There will also be a live demonstration on how to prepare the traditional Spanish Mixed Fruit Sangria. Five lucky participants will get hands-on opportunity and to pick up some techniques from RessRoom’s bartender. Of course, all our invited guests will also get to drink this thirst-quenching alcoholic beverage concoction. We are excited and hope you are too!

HOW TO STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN INVITE

If you would like to take part in this exciting event, here is how you can stand a chance to be invited:

1. We will be picking 25 readers, and everyone can bring a +1 along for this.

2. Leave a comment in this post and tell us why you would like to join us for the sneak preview tasting. Please include your Instagram username in the comment.

3. Like Changi City Point on Facebook and share the link of this post on your Facebook timeline.

4. Winners will be notified by email on 29 August 2015 12pm.

UPDATE: The winners are Erlien, Chanel Wong, Gladys Jiang, Justina Yang, Bianca, Jia Ling, Huiling, Charmaine, Jie Rui, Aletheia, Isabel, Stella, Jiachuan, Nicholas Triestan, Lee Hui Jun, Sonali Sumaria, Willie Aw, Akithu, Joleen Goh, Ng Hao Yuan, Quek Jin Jin, Alethea, Joel Low, Josef Ong, and Jeehyun Lee.

Ladyironchef Sneak Preview Tasting
RessRoom
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Changi City Point, #01-72/73
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 3226
Date: 6 September 2015 (Sunday)
Time: 4pm – 6pm

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If sipping cocktail is something you love, can we interest you with a Cocktail Making Workshop with us at Changi City Point? It will be a fun day out, and a great chance for us to meet you lovely readers who have always been with us through our gluttonous journey!

Come August, our team is partnering Changi City Point in bringing you a fun-filled cocktail making workshop at Table Manners, one of the outdoor alfresco dining restaurants at The Oasis, where we get to hang out together over chats and drinks.

50 readers will be invited to join us on 16 August 2015 from 4pm to 6pm, and we will be watching several cocktail demonstrations. This Cocktail Making Workshop is exclusively for Ladyironchef’s readers, and is completely free of charge.

Here is what to expect, and how to win entries to this event:

Making artisanal crack cocktails at home isn’t too difficult. During the workshop, the mixologist will be sharing more on the right collection of tools, ingredients and proper technique of making a good cocktail.

We will also be given an introduction to Mixology, the origin and history of cocktails, common terms and definitions, as well as Bar Equipment familiarisation. Of the three cocktails that we will be learning to make, one of them is a special concoction by the Table Manners’ team – the SG50 Red Lion Cocktail. The other 2 cocktails will be revealed during the workshop itself. And the cherry on top is that four lucky readers will be chosen to take part in the hands-on demonstration.

If this is something of your interest, here is how you can participate:

1. We will be picking 25 readers, and everyone can bring a +1 along for the Cocktail Making Workshop.

2. Leave a comment in this post and tell us why you would like to join us for the cocktail making workshop. Please include your Instagram username in the comment.

3. Like Changi City Point on Facebook and share the link of this post on your Facebook timeline.

4. Winners will be notified by email on 7 August 2015.

Updated on 8 August: The selected readers are Andy Neo, Cheryl Xie, Matt Tan, Qui Huat, Wendy Koh, Shanise Ho, Kylene, Amilia, Fiona, Yan Ling, Yvonne, Barbora Palasova, Jhoana Rojo, Kevin, France Andrea Sano, Kenneth Pandi, Neo Pauline, David, Cythnia Gao, Yvonne Yap, Eugene Lock, Jessica Abby, Yil Feng, Cherine Chong, and Shirline Ong.

Ladyironchef Cocktail Workshop
Venue: Table Manners
#01-68/69, Changi City Point
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Singapore 486038
Date: 16 August 2015 (Sunday)
Time: 4pm – 6pm

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.

Changi City Point is a three-level mall conveniently located beside Expo MRT Train Station. Hailed as one of Singapore’s largest premium outlets precinct, Changi City Point has a significant number of global retail brands under its roof.

What most people do not know about Changi City Point is the existence of a hidden gem called The Oasis; we love that place. The serene sanctuary is tucked away at a far corner of level one and surrounded by beautiful lush greenery. It is home to four established restaurants and bars, namely FIVE Izakaya, MOA Tiki New Zealand Bar & Grill, RessRoom and Table Manners.

The Oasis at Changi City Point offers a temporary escape from suffocating city crowds and is perfect for after-work drinks, lunch dates and family outings. From now till 16 August 2015, spend S$10 at Changi City Point to stand a chance to win a 3D2N Studio Terrace staycation at Capri By Fraser, Changi City and other exciting prizes. In conjunction with Singapore’s 50th National Day Celebrations, each tenant is also offering a special SG50 promotion.

Read on more to find out what each restaurant has to offer and what prizes are up for grabs.

#1 FIVE IZAKAYA

With a total of four outlets across the Singapore, FIVE Izakaya is a well-known brand, especially amongst the working crowd. S$5 specials are also available on a daily basis!

FIVE Inzakaya also doubles up as a casual eatery throughout the day and night, serving scrumptious Japanese salads, skewers, rice bowls, thin crust pizzas and other tantalizing dishes. Do order the succulent Surame Ika (S$15) – the whole Japanese squid has been sliced into rings and is great for sharing.

Other delicious items that caught our attention were Tsekune Chicken Meatballs (S$6), Yakitori Chicken Caesar Salad (S$12) and Teriyaki Chicken Don (S$12). FIVE Izakaya makes their very own teriyaki sauce in-house and it sure is divine!

With a wide variety of affordable food, cheap liquors and excellent evening live band performances, FIVE Izakaya is an ideal lunch and post-work watering hole destination for nearby workers and residents.

FIVE Izakaya
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Changi City Point, #01-66/67
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6604 8255
www.fivebar.com.sg
Daily: 12pm – 12am

#2 TABLE MANNERS

Do not let its name intimidate you – Table Manners is not an etiquette school but a chic-looking bistro serving delectable Italian fare and gorgeous cocktails.

With an enviable display of pressed wooden chairs and table lamps, Table Manners is known for their lunch sets (prices start from S$11). How about taking a seat in their sheltered stunning pavilion with a refreshing Lychee Mojito (S$13) that oversees The Oasis’ man-made garden?

Pamper yourselves with a plethora of gourmet options at reasonable prices such as Truffle Angel Hair Pasta (S$19), Norwegian Baked Salmon (S$22) and Foie Gras Crostini (S$14). Complete your meal with kickass coffee (start from S$2.50), a soothing pot of tea (S$6) or their famous sea salt chocolate caramel tart (S$7.50).

In commemoration of Singapore’s 50th year of Independence, Table Manners’ bartenders (from their sister company Bar Stories) have concocted a special cocktail called SG50 Red Lion (S$10) that is made with lemon grass and goji berries. Diners also get to enjoy 2 for S$15 house pour wines; choose from Alta Vista Classic Malbec 2011 and Alta Vista Classic Torrontes 2011.

Table Manners
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Changi City Point, #01-68/69
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6604 7669
www.tablemanners.com.sg
Sun to Wed: 11.30am – 11pm
Thu to Sat: 11.30am – 12am

#3 MOA TIKI NEW ZEALAND BAR & GRILL

MOA Tiki New Zealand Bar & Grill is dedicated to New Zealand’s alcohol. From fine Pinot Noirs to premium specialty craft beers, you got everything covered here.

Best-selling drinks include Weka Apple Cider (S$9 per bottle / S$40 a bucket of five) and Moa Blanc (S$10 per bottle / S$45 a bucket of five). The former is a sweet cider made with Nelzon New Zealand grown apples, while the latter is a smooth wheat beer with hints of spices. You can find up to 12 award-winning Moa craft beers here. A large selection of other liquors is also up for grabs and visitors can enjoy varying happy hour promotions till 8pm.

In celebration of Singapore’s Golden Jubilee, MOA Tiki New Zealand Bar & Grill is offering a few drinks promotions from now till 16 August 2015. Enjoy a bucket of 5 Moa Breakfast Beer at S$40++ and one-for-one beer cocktails at S$15++. Choose from the refreshing Moa Diesel Cocktail (well balanced blend of lager, cider and blackcurrant) and Moa Green Globin Cocktail (mixture of tequila, apple cider and blue curacao).

Besides drinks, patrons can too indulge in an extensive menu of hearty dishes; think Moa Beef Burger (S$14) and BBQ Pork Ribs (S$19.50). We also enjoyed the Char-grilled Sirloin Cubes (S$13.50) that were served on an aromatic mushroom ragout sauce.

Affordable 3-course set lunch specials are available daily till 2.30pm and starts from S$10.99++. Over the weekends and public holidays, groups of four can indulge in a set lunch at just S$55++ till 3pm.

MOA Tiki New Zealand Bar & Grill
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Changi City Point, #01-70/71
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 3353
www.trilogiesofbeers.com
Daily: 11.30am – 12am

#4 RESSROOM

Situated at the far end of The Oasis and across the gorgeous Capri By Fraser, Changi City is RessRoom, a six-month-old restaurant-cum-bar with an ambitious aim of catering to all food lovers.

Hot favourites include the mouthwatering French classic Duck Confit. The duck meat is slow cooked until meltingly tender and its skin pan-seared to a golden brown crisp. The poultry sits on a bed of soft mashed potatoes with orange sauce and served with a generous portion of sautéed mushrooms.

The King Prawn Aglio Olio (S$19.90) is also a crowd pleaser – the gigantic Myanmar imported King Prawn is cooked in a char-broiler and served with stir-fried aglio olio. Meat lovers should not miss out on the Lamb Shank and Char-grilled Peri Peri Chicken.

The all-encompassing menu extends its audience to those of vegetarian diets and even the little ones. Parents can order from kids-size fish and chips (S$12), mini beef burger (S$12) to chicken cutlet (S$12) for their children. Every child will also receive a scoop of chocolate or vanilla ice cream on the house.

Live music will be played on Wednesday to Friday nights from 7 – 9pm. If you are not feeling peckish, why not order a glass of Sauvignon Blanc or a pint of Erdinger and loosen up whilst listening to the live band’s performance? In conjunction with Singapore’s 50th Birthday, RessRoom is giving a generous promotion of 50% off all cocktails from 7 – 10 August 2015.

RessRoom
5 Changi Business Park Central 1
Changi City Point, #01-72/73
Singapore 486038
Tel: +65 6636 3226
ressroom@gmail.com
Daily: 11am – 11pm

SHOP, SAVOUR & CELEBRATE

From now till 16 August 2015, shoppers and diners at Changi City Point stand a chance to win alluring prizes with receipts from S$10 onwards. Do note that only Frasers Rewards Members are entitled to participate and registration of membership is completely free. Simply sign up at any Frasers Centrepoint Malls’ Customer Service Counter to sign up!

What you can win

With every S$10 spent, you stand a chance to win a 3D2N Studio Terrace Staycation at Capri By Fraser, Changi City including breakfast for two, S$200 worth of dining vouchers at The Oasis and a S$100 Frasers Centrepoint Malls Gift Card. The first 1000 shoppers with a minimum expenditure of S$50 will receive a complimentary drink at one of the tenants in The Oasis and the first 2000 shoppers with every S$80 spent will receive a S$10 E-cash.

Terms & Conditions

Maximum 3 same-day, same-mall transactions swiped to Frasers Rewards card with minimum $10 spent.

- Frasers Rewards point awarding receipt (s) and retailer receipt (s) required for verification.
- Limited to a single redemption of $10 e-cash per Frasers Rewards member per day on a first-come-first-served basis, while stocks last.
- Receipts from non-Frasers Rewards retailers may be used for redemptions, not FCM$ earning.
- Other terms & conditions apply.

Please check Customer Service or www.changicitypoint.com.sg for more information.

This post is brought to you by Changi City Point.